It assists families in learning the most effective ways of responding to these disorders. In fact, some family members may act as co-therapists by assisting their loved one in performing therapeutic exercises. Family therapy also helps to support and strengthen families, reducing stress and strain on relationships.
Family members may take part in their loved one’s rituals, offer constant reassurances, or assist the person with OCD in avoiding feared objects, places, or people. In other words, you make allowances for OCD behaviour.
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